Tag: Canada

Paddling Through History with Voyageur Canoe Guided Tours Did you know that the Rideau Canal is Ontario’s only UNESCO World Heritage site? There is more to this site than it being known as the world’s longest skating rink. The summer is a great time to venture along this canal and learn its history. Many residents […]

Step Back in Time at Laurier House National Historic Site #ParksCanada Nestled in the vibrant neighbourhood of Sandy Hill, Laurier House is one of Canada’s National Historic Sites. It was home to two of Canada’s Prime Ministers and contemporaries Sir Wilfred Laurier and William Lyon Mackenzie King. What makes this site a must-visit is that it […]

When it comes to home styling and decors, Canada sure has a lot to offer and teach the world. The ingenious blend of contemporary and classic home styling and accessories exude in most Canadian homes, which is no surprising as Canadians treasure diversity. Canadians also assimilate nature in home styling. Hockey, coffee, and outdoors are […]

Summer will always be an important part of the Canadian calendar because it provides ample time to spend with your family. If you haven’t gone on a fun family outing or planned anything special for the season yet, you might as well plan exciting and fun summer time in Canada! Indeed, nothing beats […]

David and Lori Janeson on Kayaking in Canada Much of Canada’s interior harbours an ancient, virtually uninhabited boreal forest riven by an intricate network of marshes, streams, rivers and lakes. It’s the perfect place to explore by kayak. Avid kayaker Lori Janeson, who lives on the shores of Manitoba’s enormous Lake Winnipeg with […]

Inspiring Change for Canada’s Future at WE Day Canada #MillionHours! Ottawa was the place to be, not only on Canada’s big day, but on July 2, 2017 as well! Messages of inspiration, change, and hope were the messages of the day as WE took over the capital for WE Day Canada. This event was a […]

I can’t quite believe my son is already turning 3 years old, the time has just gone by so very quickly and the old adage that when it comes to raising children “the days are long but the years are short” is so true and just a touch bittersweet. When I asked my little boy how […]

Boiron Family Twitter Party OFFICIAL RULES HOSTS: The hosts of this Twitter Party are Boiron Canada & Ottawa Mommy Club. Moderators: The moderators of this Twitte Party are @CanBlogHouse & @AMotherhoodBlog TWITTER PARTY PERIOD: The Boiron Family Twitter Party (the “Contest”) begins at 8:00 p.m.(EDT) on October 20th, 2016 ELIGIBILITY: In order to win a prize you must be a legal […]

How would I describe one of the best weekends of my life in three words? Simple: Fan Expo Canada™. If your first thought is imagining a comic book convention with thousands of fans, some even going as far as to dress up (also known as cosplay) their favourite fictional characters, then you’re right […]

When I hear of a meal consisting of turkey, I automatically think about serving it at Christmas, Thanksgiving, or Easter. Honestly, I don’t know why, it’s not as if a turkey is only available in the supermarkets during those months! It’s time I change my my way of thinking about when to cook and eat a […]

Having it all. What does this mean? As a teenager, having it all was being a journalist, coming home to my super-swanky apartment, having my dinners served to me by my personal chef and vacationing in a cushy hotel room whenever I pleased. This concept has definitely changed and is always evolving as an […]

How to Start a Small Business in Canada Canada is a great country for entrepreneurship. There’s a thriving business community, government support, and best of all, consumer demand for all sorts of things. If you are sick of your 9 to 5 job at a boring company, perhaps it’s time […]

Swing into Spring Giveaway It’s time to start thinking about all those home improvements or decorating projects you are planning on doing this year. What better way to start than by winning a $20 Gift Card from Home Depot! This giveaway is open to Canadian and US residents and ends at 11:59 EDT on April […]

Chinese New Year is China’s most important traditional festival and also known as Spring Festival. It is the most important celebration for families, and last a full week of official public holiday. The lunisolar Chinese calendar determines the date of Chinese New Year. In 2016, the first day of Chinese New Year falls on […]

The Ottawa Mommy Club is excited to bring you the Valentine’s Day Giveaway! We have teamed up with 4 amazing companies: Green & Black’s Organic Chocolate, DK Canada, Breakaway Experiences, and Amopé to bring you a Valentine’s Day Giveaway worth over $200 in prizes to be won! This Valentine’s Day Giveaway is open […]

I stood at the front door and yelled. ” Avengers Assemble!” Captain America and Spider-man came running at me and then through me out the door, to the car and they hopped in. One quick picture and we were off to see Marvel Universe Live at the Canadian Tire Centre and all their favourite super heroes […]

Though I have not done enough of it in my lifetime, I LOVE traveling! There is something about the thought of getting away to other parts of the country or to exotic locales a world away that makes me want to pack my family’s bags and explore. When this is not possible, I turn to […]

Summer is so ideal to take a break from our busy lives and to embark on a family travel adventure! The options are endless – both nationally and internationally. When I travel, especially long distance, I am sensitive to motion sickness. Motion sickness is actually a disturbance of the inner ear that is caused by repeated motion such as from […]

If you live in Ottawa, there are so many free family activities to enjoy at most of the Capital Region’s national museums and institutions. Many City of Ottawa Museums are also celebrating Canada Day, including one of my favourite, the Cumberland Heritage Village Museum. You can take part in vintage carnival games like ring toss, strong […]

Canada is hosting the FIFA Women’s World Cup with its host cities in Vancouver, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Montreal, Moncton, and of course, Ottawa. The competition has taken up like a storm with Canada’s diverse cultural communities cheering on their favourite country and teams. My family is a strong supporter of soccer (football), so we got in on […]

After much anticipation, Feld Entertainment, Inc., the world’s leading producer of touring live family entertainment, launched their most ambitious show in its history, with Marvel Universe LIVE! Featuring the most Marvel characters ever assembled in one production, this high-caliber arena spectacular puts fans right in the middle of one of the most electrifying battles between […]

Ever since my children were registered into recreational sports such as soccer and hockey, my husband and I volunteered with the local youth organizations in the positions of convenor and/or assistant coach. We always thought that it was necessary to teach our children the importance of giving back to their community without being paid for our time […]

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